Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) declaration of him as a wanted individual.
Bello is facing a 19-count charge over the alleged laundering of N80.2 billion.
During a session at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Bello’s legal team, led by A. M. Adoyi, informed Justice Emeka Nwite of the pending appeal filed on September 23. Adoyi requested that the court halt the arraignment until the Supreme Court delivers its ruling.
Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, representing the EFCC, accused Bello’s defense team of attempting to undermine the judiciary’s integrity.
According to the EFCC, Bello had resisted arrest, arriving at their office with an individual possessing immunity, potentially inciting altercations.
Key Case Details:
- The 19-count charges center on money laundering.
- The alleged offences reportedly took place between 2015 and 2022.
- Bello’s co-defendants include Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu.
Justice Emeka Nwite has adjourned the case to October 30 for further ruling.
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